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Turning polarization into motion: Ferroelectric fluids redefine electrostatic actuators

Researchers have discovered that ferroelectric fluids can harness an overlooked transverse electrostatic force (TEF) to rise ...
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Multiple Fiber-Reinforced Internal Chambers for Thumb-Assist Soft Pneumatic Actuators

Abstract: Soft actuators designed for finger assistance typically provide adequate support for flexion, but often cannot provide effective support for abduction and thumb opposition. In a previous ...